UFC 4-740-06
12 January 2006
3-6.2
Drop-off Area/Bus Stop.
Comply with antiterrorism standards noted in paragraph 3-8 below. Consider providing
a sign at the entry to the bus drop-off lane that reads, "Bus Drop-Off Lane Only. All
Other Vehicles Prohibited."
3-6.3
Parking and Access Drives.
Provide adequate parking for both staff and patrons with the appropriate access drives.
Consider location of bicycle racks near the facility entrance in a secure location.
3-6.4
Service Drive.
Verify the size of required service vehicles prior to planning the service access areas.
Provide a back-up spur for dead-end and service drives that exceed 30 m (100 ft.) in
length. Access should be near the serviced areas, i.e., kitchen (if provided), garbage
dumpster/storage (indoor or outdoor), mechanical room, and service entry, if one is
designated. Provide a service vehicle apron and consolidate service access when
possible. Screen or separate the service area from public use or traffic areas with
attractive fences, depressions, berms, and landscaping. Ensure proper drainage if
depressions are used. Do not cross outdoor activity areas with service access. Ensure
compliance with antiterrorism standards noted in paragraph 3-8, particularly for
dumpster separation and access control.
3-6.5
General Site Lighting.
Ensure that parking areas and the facility have adequate lighting for safety, evacuation,
and security measures. See UFC 3-530-01.
3-6.6
SAC Outdoor Activity Area.
The SAC Outdoor Activity Area should comply with the Handbook for Public Playground
Safety guidelines for developmentally-appropriate play spaces and groupings. It should
also comply with ASTM F1487. See Table 4-4.2 for more information on this space.
3-6.7
Youth Outdoor Activity Area.
If both SAC and Youth programs are accommodated in a facility, the youth program
may share the SAC Outdoor Activity Area, in which case there are no additional criteria.
If SAC is not provided or if an additional, separate Youth Outdoor Activity Area is
programmed, it should at a minimum meet the Park, Recreation, Open Space and
Greenway Guidelines. Also consider providing features such as an exterior basketball
court.
3-6.8
Teen Patio.
See Table 4-10.2 for more information on this space.
3-6.9
Optional Outdoor Open Area.
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